So I came across an article that talked about the process of creating fluid quick blocks. I was always concerned that my gedan barai was more like swinging a crow bar. All muscle and slow. I worked through the write up in the article and was amazed by the difference in my gedan barai. I will be working on incorporating this technique into my other blocks over the next several months.
The Snap of Karate (Scott Langley)
With some additional practice if after the quick windup using the peck muscles an even better result can be had by visualizing shooting outwards with your elbows. Think of the speed you would use to elbow an opponent on both sides of you!
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